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Neurobiology of Language explores the study of language, a field that has seen tremendous progress in the last two decades. Key to this progress is the accelerating trend toward integration of neurobiological approaches with the more established understanding of language within cognitive psychology, computer science, and linguistics.

This volume serves as the definitive reference on the neurobiology of language, bringing these various advances together into a single volume of 100 concise entries. The organization includes sections on the field's major subfields, with each section covering both empirical data and theoretical perspectives. "Foundational" neurobiological coverage is also provided, including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, genetics, linguistic, and psycholinguistic data, and models.

Key Features

Foundational reference for the current state of the field of the neurobiology of language

Enables brain and language researchers and students to remain up-to-date in this fast-moving field that crosses many disciplinary and subdisciplinary boundaries

Provides an accessible entry point for other scientists interested in the area, but not actively working in it – e.g., speech therapists, neurologists, and cognitive psychologists

Chapters authored by world leaders in the field – the broadest, most expert coverage available

Readership

Advanced students and researchers concerned with neurobiology of language, speech-language pathology clinicians.

Table of Contents

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Dedication

List of Contributors

Acknowledgement

Section A: Introduction

Chapter 1. The Neurobiology of Language

1.1 History

1.2 Lesion Analysis

1.3 From Neuropsychology to Cognitive Neuroscience

1.4 The Neurobiology of Language

1.5 Some Common Fallacies

1.6 Humans in Particular

1.7 Cognition and the Neurobiology of Language

1.8 Brain Disease, Treatment, and the Neurobiology of Language

1.9 Summary

References

Section B: Neurobiological Foundations

Chapter 2. A Molecular Genetic Perspective on Speech and Language

2.1 Introduction

2.2 The Discovery of FOXP2

2.3 FOXP2 Mutations in Speech and Language Disorders

2.4 Functions of FOXP2: The View from the Bench

2.5 Insights from Animal Models

2.6 FOXP2 in Human Evolution

2.7 Conclusions

References

Chapter 3. The Ventrolateral Frontal Region

3.1 Cytoarchitectonic Areas of the Ventrolateral Prefrontal Cortex

3.2 Parietal and Temporal Cortico-Cortical Connection Patterns of the Language Production Areas in the Ventrolateral Frontal Region

3.3 Functional Implications

3.4 Non-ventrolateral Prefrontal Areas and Their Possible Role in Language

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 4. On the Neuroanatomy and Functional Role of the Inferior Parietal Lobule and Intraparietal Sulcus

4.1 Gross Anatomy of the IPL and IPS

4.2 Modern Parcellation of the IPL and IPS

4.3 Connectivity of the IPL and IPS

4.4 Anatomical Differences Between Humans and Monkeys

4.5 Functions and Functional Connectivity of the IPL and IPS

4.6 Summary

References

Chapter 5. Human Auditory Cortex

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Cortical Field Maps

5.3 Tonotopy: The First Dimension of AFMs

5.4 Cortical Organization of the Monkey Auditory System

5.5 Cortical Organization of the Human Auditory System

5.6 Periodotopy: The Second Dimension of AFMs

5.7 Similarities to AFM Organization in the Human Visual System

5.8 “Clover Leaf” Clusters Across Senses

5.9 Conclusion

References

Chapter 6. Motor Cortex and Mirror System in Monkeys and Humans

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Anatomy of the Monkey Motor Cortex

6.3 The Human Motor Cortex

6.4 Motor System and Communication

6.5 Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Chapter 7. Cerebellar Contributions to Speech and Language

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Macroscopic and Microscopic Anatomy of the Human Cerebellum

7.3 Comparative Anatomic Perspectives on Size and Composition of the Cerebellum

7.4 Cerebellar Support of Motor Control in Humans: Upper Limb Movements

7.5 Contributions of the Cerebellum to Speech Motor Control

7.6 Engagement of the Cerebellum in Nonmotor Functions

7.7 Conclusion

References

Chapter 8. The Anatomy of the Basal Ganglia

8.1 Introduction

8.2 Historical Background

8.3 Overview of Basal Ganglia Anatomy

8.4 The Role of the Basal Ganglia in Speech Motor Control

8.5 The Role of the Basal Ganglia in Language

8.6 Segregated Functional Loops for Speech and Language

8.7 Summary

References

Chapter 9. The Thalamus and Language

9.1 Overview of Thalamic Organization

9.2 Defining the Role of the Thalamus in Language

9.3 A Thalamic “Locus” for Language?

9.4 Imaging of the Thalamus in Language Tasks

9.5 Thalamic Circuitry and Physiology

9.6 Models of Thalamus and Language

9.7 Summary and Conclusions

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 10. The Insular Cortex

10.1 Gross Anatomy

10.2 Cytoarchitecture

10.3 Vasculature

10.4 Connectivity

10.5 Insular Cortex and Behavior

10.6 Association with Speech–Language Behavior

References

Chapter 11. White Matter Pathways in the Human

11.1 Introduction

11.2 Projection Pathways

11.3 Long-Distance Association Pathways

11.4 Implication of a Hodotopical View of Brain Organization in Humans: Rethinking the Connectivity of Language and Its Relationships with Cognition

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About the Editor

Gregory Hickok

Professor in the Department of Cognitive Sciences and Director for the Center of Cognitive Neuroscience at UC Irvine, Dr. Hickok’s research focuses on the neuroanatomy of language and cognitive neuroscience. He serves as Associate Editor for Human Brain Mapping and for Cognitive Neuropsychology and is past-Chair for the Society or the Neurobiology of Language. He has authored 88 journal publications (h-index 26), 18 book chapters, and is editing a volume entitled The Functional anatomy of Language for MIT Press.

Affiliations and Expertise

Steven Small

Professor and Chair of Neurology at UC Irvine’s School of Medicine, Dr. Small’s research focuses on the neurobiology of language. He serves as EIC for the ELS journal Brain and Language founded the Society for the Neurobiology of Language, and has authored 109 journal publications (h-index 25)

Affiliations and Expertise

Department of Neurology, University of California, Irvine, CA, USA

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